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HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). American magician
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HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926). American magician
HARRY HOUDINI (1874-1926).
American magician. Houdini in a straitjacket suspended in midair over a subway excavation in New York City; photographed in 1916
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1916 Bridge Challenge Deception Ehrich Entertainment Feat Hanging Harry Houdini Hungarian Magician Manhattan Mystic Mysticism Occult Rampart Risk Spectator Weiss
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This print captures the legendary Harry Houdini, one of the greatest magicians in history. Taken in 1916, it showcases Houdini's daring feat as he hangs suspended in midair over a subway excavation site in New York City. The image exudes an air of mystery and mysticism, reflecting Houdini's fascination with the occult and his ability to captivate audiences with his mind-bending illusions. Houdini, born Ehrich Weiss to Hungarian parents, was known for pushing boundaries and challenging conventional notions of reality. In this photograph, he is seen wearing a straitjacket while defying gravity high above Manhattan streets. The onlookers below are both awestruck spectators and potential witnesses to this audacious act. The image not only highlights Houdini's incredible physical abilities but also speaks to his showmanship and entertainment prowess. It serves as a reminder of early 20th-century entertainment culture when street performances were popular forms of amusement. Granger Art on Demand has beautifully reproduced this historic photograph that encapsulates the spirit of risk-taking and deception that defined Harry Houdini's career. This stunning print allows us to relive a moment frozen in time when magic met reality on the bustling streets of New York City.
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